About Us - Overview
MISSION
To create a gateway to economic growth through excellence in film.
VISION
To be the reputed film partner of choice.
The Kenya Film Commission (KFC) was established by the Kenyan government in 2005. However only coming into full function in mid-2006. KFC was formed with the aim of promoting the Kenyan film industry locally as well as internationally. For the international community looking to film in Kenya the Commission offers detailed information on locations; offers liaison services on behalf of the government; advise on recce's, film licensing and immigration; as well as facilitate the filming process for film makers.
The KFC supports the Kenyan film industry by providing facilities for screenings and filming. As well as organizing various workshops that will be a source of education on production for local film-makers. The Commission is also establishing a database that will list film-makers, agents, local talent, stakeholders and service providers of the Kenyan film industry.
KFC is a full member of the Association of Film Commissions International (A.F.C.I) and is also pushing for legislation to be passed in 2007, which is designed to encourage productions of all scales to film in Kenya.
Meanwhile, since its inception in early 2006, the KFC, with support from the Kenya Tourism Board, has been an active intermediary between foreign producers and relevant government ministries, negotiating reductions and waivers in licensing and location fees.
The KFC supports the Kenyan film industry by providing facilities for screenings and filming. As well as organizing various workshops that will be a source of education on production for local film-makers. The Commission is also establishing a database that will list film-makers, agents, local talent, stakeholders and service providers of the Kenyan film industry.
KFC is a full member of the Association of Film Commissions International (A.F.C.I) and is also pushing for legislation to be passed in 2007, which is designed to encourage productions of all scales to film in Kenya.
Meanwhile, since its inception in early 2006, the KFC, with support from the Kenya Tourism Board, has been an active intermediary between foreign producers and relevant government ministries, negotiating reductions and waivers in licensing and location fees.